Social Worker – Adults Mental Health

Job information

  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Social Work
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £26 - 27 per hour
  • Published: August 27, 2025
Job reference: 83503
Consultant: Cameron McCoy

Are you a Band 6 Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in South East London? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Social Worker – Band 6
• Location: South East London
• Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: TBC
• Rate of Pay: £27ph umbrella
• Contact: Cameron McCoy – 02034754175 / cmccoy@hg-mh.com

What You’ll Be Doing:


Join our Adult Mental Health Service as a Social Worker and play a key role in supporting service users across the community. In this role, you will:
• complete comprehensive assessments of service users’ mental health and social care needs
• develop, implement and review personalised care plans
• provide safeguarding interventions and risk management
• deliver support to promote recovery, independence and wellbeing
• work closely with the MDT, carers and external agencies to coordinate effective care
• contribute to reports and documentation in line with professional standards

Requirements & Qualifications:


To be successful in this role, you will need:
• a current and valid Social Work England registration
• experience working within Adult Mental Health Services
• strong communication and assessment skills
• ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• commitment to safeguarding and promoting recovery-focused practice

Working Hours & Contract Duration:


This role is full-time, Monday to Friday. The initial contract is for 3 months with the possibility of extension.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Cameron McCoy today at 02034754175 or email cmccoy@hg-mh.com to apply or find out more.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?


Hunter Gatherer Mental Health is a leading UK recruitment partner for Mental Health Professionals. We offer:
✔ Fast and simple locum registration
✔ High-paying, reliable opportunities
✔ Bi-weekly payroll
✔ Specialist consultants who understand your field
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector roles
✔ CV marketing & career support

Know a colleague looking for locum work? Refer them today and earn £250 when they start!

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